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Special Education Teacher - Autism at Haynes Family of Programs Share on X Print Application Deadline 8/31/2026 11:55 PM Pacific Date Posted 7/29/2026 Contact Human Resources Number of Openings 2 Salary Pay Range 70304.00 - 74152.00 Annually Add'l Salary Info $70304.00 - $74152.00 Length of Work Year 12 months Employment Type Full Time Job Summary Job Summary SUMMARY: Responsible for designing and implementing a multi-sensory individualized educational plan (IEP) for each child in a self-contained classroom with up to 12 students or up to 14 students in the high school; and maintaining a classroom environment that is conducive to effective individual diagnosis, prescription, correction and evaluation. JOB DUTIES: Reviews prior records of students in order to identify specific educational needs Participates in IEP meetings in order to develop an educational plan that is also supportive of the student's therapeutic program; periodically assesses and reports accomplishments relative to IEP. Works cooperatively within the multi-disciplinary milieu, therapeutic treatment setting with psychologists, child care staff, parents, various therapists and others to develop, implement, and facilitate each student's overall treatment plan and IEP

Administers formal and informal assessments to determine baseline levels of functioning and measure student progress. Utilizes current teaching methods and strategies to design lesson plans that will engage students in the learning process; ensures opportunities for all students to actively participate in the learning process; assigns homework that can be accomplished independently by the students. Prepares lesson plans weekly for review of Principal; ensures plans are sufficiently detailed for substitute staff to follow in the event of an absence; ensures lessons comply with course of study from the local school district and the California State Frameworks.

Develops and implements effective behavior management techniques appropriate for students with autism and commensurate with the Agency's therapeutic and positive reinforcement philosophies; maintains a structured, organized and safe educational environment with posted classroom rules and schedules; models appropriate behaviors. Develops and maintains individual and classroom records including progress reports, daily attend Job Description / Essential Elements: Print Our Mission is to strengthen the Mind and Spirit of children with emotional, special learning, and developmental needs by providing specialized programs in a nurturing, caring and therapeutic environment. Established in 1946, LeRoy Haynes Center has grown from a small operation serving just a handful of children into one of the largest and most comprehensive non-profit organizations of its kind, dedicated to helping children with special needs relating to emotional development, autism, Asperger's Disorder, learning disabilities, abuse, neglect and abandonment.

Nestled against the backdrop of the San Gabriel Mountains, LeRoy Haynes Center's lush 21-acre campus is located in the city of La Verne at the east end of Los Angeles County. We are currently seeking a highly qualified Special Education Teacher to teach students with along the Autism Spectrum. The Special Education Teacher is responsible for designing and implementing a multi-sensory individualized educational plan (IEP) for low and high functioning autistic children.

This year-round position is full-time and includes benefits. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Responsibilities & Duties: Plan the development of clearly defined goals and objectives Utilize effective teaching strategies Provide a safe and structured classroom environment Ability to apply functional behavior assessment to problem behavior Ability to assess for skills and deficits Institute a comprehensive team approach Requirements / Qualifications Special Education Credential or credential eligible Demonstrated skill in working with children with autism Demonstrated skill in behavior management Demonstrated skill in curriculum development Ability to pass and utilize Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (CPI) within three months of hire Ability to pass and utilize First Aid and CPR certification within three months of hire Very effective oral and written communications Requirements / Qualifications Special Education Credential or credential eligible Demonstrated skill in working with children with autism Demonstrated skill in behavior management Demonstrated skill in curriculum development Ability to pass and utilize Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (CPI) within three months of hire Ability to pass and utilize First Aid and CPR certification within three months of hire Very effective oral and written communications CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS.

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